User:Heisenberg Jones/Bio
RepRap User: Heisenberg Jones | ||
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University | Penn State | |
Class of | 2016 | |
Major | Biomedical Engineer | |
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Background
Hello, my name is Sam Viknyansky, and I am a sophomore studying biomedical engineering. I'm from Southampton, PA, about 40 minutes outside of Philadelphia. My interests include biology, chemistry, videogames, music, and reading. Below is a picture of me drinking hot chocolate...not beer.
Some of my previous SolidWorks designs
I've had SolidWorks training in a previous class, but have only started printing objects myself. Below is a picture of a few items I drafted in SolidWorks last year (and printed thanks to the Rep Rap crew here):
First Thoughts
I have just started this course on RepRap, and am excited to learn how this system can be applied to living "bio-ink" media. The coupling of 3D printing with biomedical engineering has already brought hope to those awaiting organ transplants; a functioning ear and many kinds of tissues have already been printed as of today. Companies like Organovo are taking the initiative, and one team hopes to print a fully-functional heart by 2024.